HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/03/2012 - City CouncilREGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COSTA MESA
January 03, 2012
The City Council of the City of Costa Mesa, California met in a regular session on
January 03, 2012 at 5 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 77 Fair Drive, Costa
Mesa. The meeting was called to order by the Mayor.
ROLL CALL
Council Members Present: Mayor Gary Monahan
Council Member Eric R. Bever
Council Member Wendy Leece
Council Member Stephen Mensinger
Council Members Absent: Mayor Pro Tem James Righeimer
Officials Present: Chief Executive Officer Thomas R. Hatch
City Attorney Thomas Duarte
City Clerk Julie Folcik
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
There was no public comment.
CLOSED SESSION:
1. Conference with Thomas R. Hatch. Chief Executive Officer. and Labor
Negotiator, Agency Negotiator regarding Employee Organizations: Costa
Mesa City Employee Association (CMCEA), Costa Mesa Firefighters
Association (CMFA), Costa Mesa Police Officers Association (CMPOA)
and Costa Mesa Police Management Association (CMPMA), Costa Mesa
Fire Fighters Management Association, and Costa Mesa Division
Managers Association pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
2. Conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation: Costa Mesa
Employees Association v. City of Costa Mesa, a municipal corporation, et
al. Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2011 00475281, pursuant
to Government Code Section 54956.9(a).
3. Conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation: Timothy M.
Slappy, an individual v. Robert Harris in his official and individual
capacities: City of Costa Mesa, a government entity. Case No. SACV11-
00425 DOC (MLGx). pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a).
The Mayor recessed the meeting at 5:03 p.m to Conference Room 1 B for
the Closed Sessions.
The Mayor reconevened the meeting at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Mayor Gary Monahan. (00:00:24)
MOMENT OF SOLEMN EXPRESSION - Pastor Will Lynn, Calvary Chapel of Costa
Mesa. (00:00:53)
ROLL CALL (00:01:29)
Council Members Mayor Gary Monahan
Present: Council Member Eric R. Bever
Council Member Wendy Leece
Council Member Stephen Mensinger
Council Members Absent: Mayor Pro Tem James Righeimer
Officials Present: Chief Executive Officer Thomas R. Hatch
City Attorney Thomas Duarte
Interim Development Services Director Khanh
Nguyen
Interim Public Services Director Ernesto Munoz
Interim Assistant CEO Peter Naghavi
Police Chief Tom Gazsi
-Director of Communications Bill Lobdell
Maintenance Services Manager Bruce Hartley
Recreation Supervisor Lisa McPherson
City Clerk Julie Folcik
CLOSED SESSION REPORT (00:01:44)
No Action was taken on the Closed Sessions. (00:01:47)
ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Mayor announced various upcoming events taking place in the city:
- The City is soliciting input from the public regarding the proposed charter.
Please visit the City's website to access an online form to fill out and submit.
The website also contains information regarding the charter and the timeline.
- Informational meeting about the proposed charter - January 4, 2012 at 7 p.m. -
Neighborhood Community Center
- Special City Council Meeting regarding the proposed charter - January 10,
2012 at 7 p.m. - City Council Chambers, City Hall
- 19th Street Bridge Town Hall Meeting - January 5, 2012 at 7 p.m. - Hosted by
Orange County Supervisor John Moorlach - Eader Elementary School, 9291
Banning Avenue, Huntington Beach
- Steve Tyrell concert - January 5-8, 2012 - Segerstrom Center of the Arts - Call
(714) 556-2787 for tickets and information
- BrideWorld Expo - January 7, 2012 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. - OC Fair and Event
Center - Call (800) 600-7080 for more information
- "Topdog/Underdog" play - January 8-29, 2012 - South Coast Repertory Theater
- Call (714) 708-555 for more information
- Shen Yun 2012 World Tour - January 11-12, 2012 - Segerstrom Center for the
Arts - Call (714) 556-2787 for more information
- eWaste Recycling Drive - January 14-15, 2012 - Hosted by Orange Coast
Computer & Recycling - City Hall parking lot - Call (714) 962-4884 for more
information
- Costa Mesa Historical Society annual installation dinner - January 20, 2012 at 6
p.m. - Featuring Orange County archivist Chris Jespen - Orange Coast College's
Captain's Table restaurant - Call (949) 631-5918 for more information
- Deadline for inagural Costa Mesa photo contest is January 9, 2012 at 5 p.m.
- City calendars featuring community events and meeting dates will be available
at the January 17, 2012 Council meeting for $10 each
PUBLIC COMMENT (00:06:55)
Jay Humphrey, Costa Mesa, expressed safety concerns for the intersection of
Gisler and Gibraltar Avenues due to visibility of the stop sign, and encouraged
the Council to create a policy dissuading "attacks" on public's comments.
(00:07:32)
Sue Lester, Costa Mesa, reflected on the events in 2011 and spoke about her
lawsuit with the City. (00:10:43)
Jim and Linda Jordan, Costa Mesa, expressed appreciation to the City for
hosting the Snoopy House, and thanked everyone involved for its success.
(00:15:32)
Susan Shaw, Costa Mesa, expressed concern in the speed in which the City is
moving forward with the charter proposal. (00:17:01)
Beth Refakes, Costa Mesa, asked about recent court ruling regarding the
Redevelopment Agency, the city's "hiring freeze", and made recommendations
for the proposed city charter.
Perry Valantine, Costa Mesa, commented on respecting public speakers
comments, and inquired of the status of a business license tax initiative and a
Request for Proposal for a consultant. (00:23:31)
James Proctor, Costa Mesa, stated he was a free man. (00:26:36)
Jim Fitzpatrick, Costa Mesa, recognized resident Jim White, who recently passed
away, for his contributions to the community, and asked for volunteers to assist
in the dismantling of the Snoopy House display. (00:27:24)
Ron Frankiewicz, Costa Mesa, spoke in opposition of the proposed 19th Street
bridge, and expressed concern in the speed in which the City is moving forward
with the charter proposal. (00:28:25)
Carlos Salazar, West Covina, on behalf of the International Soccer League,
requested that the organization be granted 501(c)(3) and Group 1 status for field
use. (00:30:55)
Robin Leffler, Costa Mesa, inquiring of the use of "we" in drafting the proposed
charter, expressed the need for an ex -parte communication
requirement. (00:32:58)
Sandra Genis, Costa Mesa, commented the apparent "denegration" of previous
council actions, and expressed concern regarding the speed in which the
city was moving forward with the drafting of the proposed charter. (00:36:14)
Tamar Goldmann, Costa Mesa, encouraged the Council to work for the good of
their residents. (00:39:04)
Flo Martin, Costa Mesa, expressed opposition in moving forward quickly with the
city charter. (00:41:51)
Sandi Benson, Costa Mesa, spoke in dissent of the events that took place in the
city regarding outsourcing, and expressed support of the city employees.
(00:43:01)
Martin H. Millard, Costa Mesa, suggested an ombudsman for the Westside
development plans and signs to identify areas of the Westside, and commented
on the "right -sizing" of city employees and a hiring freeze. (00:45:21)
CEO REPORT (00:48:05)
CEO Hatch responded to comments from public speakers and provided the
following updates:
1. Referred to a public speaker's comments regarding the business license tax
and noted the city was in the process of hiring a firm to evaluate the business
license tax structure with a goal of having the analysis by April, and allowing time
for the Council to consider whether to place the tax on the November ballot;
2. Responded to comments regarding the hiring of employees and indicated that
each vacant position would be scrutinized before filling;
3. Announced that a Special Redevelopment Agency meeting would be held on
Tuesday, January 10 at 6 p.m. to provide an update on the Supreme Court's
ruling regarding the Redevelopment Agency;
4. Announced the scheduled public' hearings and townhall meetings regarding a
proposed city charter;
5. Announced a meeting to be hosted by the County of Orange regarding the
"19th Street Bridge";
6. Announced a meeting by the Orange County Fair Board Directors regarding
the proposed changes to the Pacific Amphitheater was to be held on January 26;
7. Announced the plan for Executive Management to pay their employees portion
of PERS contributions; and
It was unanimously agreed to take New Business Item #3 out of order.
NEW BUSINESS (01:09:35)
3. Financial and Budget Policies (01:09:53)
Tamar Goldmann, Costa Mesa, supported a continuance and suggested
that a study session be held to discuss the policy. (01:10:30)
Perry Valantine, Costa Mesa, posed questions for Council to consider
regarding fund balance. (01:12:05)
Jay Humphrey, Costa Mesa, expressed concern regarding the lack of
language in the policy for the use of fund balance reserves. (01:13:25)
Council Member Leece suggested that a approval of the policies be held
after review of the CAFR and supported a continuance. (01:14:25)
Council Member Bever spoke in support of the policies, and in support of
the continuance to allow additional time for Council review and
discussion. (01:16:40)
MOTION: Continue the item.
Moved by Mayor Gary Monahan, seconded by Council Member
Wendy Leece.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Mayor Gary Monahan, Council Member Eric R. Bever, Council
Member Wendy Leece, Council Member Stephen Mensinger
Noes: None.
Absent: Mayor Pro Tem James Righeimer
CONSENT CALENDAR (01:21:47)
MOTION: Approve recommended actions for Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1
through 11, except for Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 11.
Moved by Mayor Gary Monahan, seconded by Council Member Stephen
Mensinger.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Mayor Gary Monahan, Council Member Eric R. Bever, Council Member
Wendy Leece, Council Member Stephen Mensinger
Noes: None.
Absent: Mayor Pro Tem James Righeimer
2. Regular meeting of November 1, 2011.
ACTION: Approved.
7. Completion of Joann Street Bike Trail Improvements - Federal Project No.
RPSTPLE 5312 (075), City Project No. 09-17. by MG Construction &
Development, Inc., 8900 Eton Avenue #C. Canoga Park, 91304.
ACTION: Work was accepted; City Clerk was authorized to file a Notice of
Completion; authorization was given to release of retention monies 35
days thereafter; the Labor and Material Bond was ordered exonerated
seven (7) months thereafter; and the Faithful Performance Bond was
ordered exonerated seven (7) months thereafter.
8. Authorize refund of cash deposit in the amount of $10,000 to FJS Cable
Engineering Inc.. 14340 Bolsa Chica Road, Suite G. Westminster, in
connection with Encroachment Permit No. PS10-00548 for street
improvements along Bristol Street and Anton Boulevard.
ACTION: Approved.
9. Authorize refund of cash deposit in the amount of $10.105 to Eleven
Western Builders Inc. 2862 Executive Place, Escondido, in connection
with Encroachment Permit No. PSI 1-00297 for street improvements at
3095 Harbor Boulevard.
ACTION: Approved.
10. Grant Deeds to transfer parcels acquired for the Newport Boulevard
Improvement Project to the State of California Department of
Transportation (Caltrans)
ACTION: Approved; authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to sign and
authorized City Clerk to record Grant Deed.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR (01:23:22)
1. Reading Folder. (01:23:22)
(a) Claim received by the City Clerk: Bois and Macdonald on behalf of
Newport Banning Ranch Limited Liability Company, Aera Energy LLC,
and Cherokee Newport Beach LLC.
(b) Requests for Alcohol Beverage Control licenses: Arco, 300 Bristol
Street; Saddle Ranch Chop House, 1875 Newport Boulevard, Suite 209;
Adult Beverage Company, LLC, 3151 Airway Avenue, Suite 12; and Sake
Bomb Masa Sushi, 1907 Harbor Boulevard.
Council Member Leece noted her Conflict of Interested noting her
membership of the California Seabreeze Association and recused
herself from the discussion and exited the Chamber at 7:30 p.m.
(01:24:12)
Tamar Goldmann, Costa Mesa, inquired as to the nature of the claim.
(01:23:34)
Interim Public Services Director Ernesto Munoz provided a summary and
current status of the claim. (01:24:50)
MOTION: Receive and process.
Moved by Mayor Gary Monahan, seconded by Council Member Eric
R. Bever.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Mayor Gary Monahan, Council Member Eric R. Bever, Council
Member Stephen Mensinger
Noes: None.
Abstain: Council Member Wendy Leece
Absent: Mayor Pro Tem James Righeimer
3. WARRANT RESOLUTION 2399: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING
CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS, AND SPECIFYING THE FUNDS
OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID. fundina Citv ooeratina
expenses for $401,191.27. (01:26.20)
Council Member Leece referred to the monthly hangar rental for the ABLE
helicopter, and asked when the lease on the hangar would terminate.
(01:26:35)
CEO Hatch responded that the lease for the hangar would conclude in
April 2012. (01:27:05)
MOTION: Adopt resolution.
Moved by Mayor Gary Monahan, seconded by Council Member Eric
R. Bever.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Mayor Gary Monahan, Council Member Eric R. Bever, Council
Member Wendy Leece, Council Member Stephen Mensinger
Noes: None.
Absent: Mayor Pro Tem James Righeimer
4. WARRANT RESOLUTION 2400: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING
CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS, INCLUDING PAYROLL REGISTER
NO. 11-25 AND PAYROLL REGISTER NO. 11-24A AND SPECIFYING
THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID, funding
Payroll No. 11-25 for $2,060.056.10 and Payroll No. 11-24A for
$2.908.61, and City operating expenses for $569.048.30, including payroll
deductions. (01:28:27)
In response to a question from Council Member Leece, CEO Thomas
Hatch explained that a cell phone had fallen through the cracks of the
elevator, and per State safety laws, the retrieval of the cell phone may
only be performed by a certified elevator operator. (01:28:45)
MOTION: Adopt resolution.
Moved by Mayor Gary Monahan, seconded by Council Member Eric
R. Bever.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Mayor Gary Monahan, Council Member Eric R. Bever, Council
Member Wendy Leece, Council Member Stephen Mensinger
Noes: None.
Absent: Mayor Pro Tem James Righeimer
5. WARRANT RESOLUTION 2401: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING
CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS, AND SPECIFYING THE FUNDS
OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID, funding City operating
expenses for $890.385.42. (01:30:39)
Council Member Leece asked for a differentiation between the legal
services provided by Jones Day and Hanson Bridgett LLP, and inquired
about the payment and funding of these services. (01:30:40)
The City Attorney explained that Jones Day represented the City in the
lawsuit with Costa Mesa City Employees Association (CMCEA) and the
Law Firm of Hanson Bridgett provided assistance with transactional items
and the RFPs, and confirmed that there were no limits to
funding. (01:31:28)
MOTION: Adopt resolution.
Moved by Mayor Gary Monahan, seconded by Council Member Eric
R. Bever.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Mayor Gary Monahan, Council Member Eric R. Bever, Council
Member Wendy Leece, Council Member Stephen Mensinger
Noes: None.
Absent: Mayor Pro Tem James Righeimer
6. Award Reauest for Proposal Item No. 1144 for heatina ventilation and air
conditioning maintenance services to Siemens Industry, Inc., 10775
Business Center Drive. Cypress, for a five-year term, in the amount of
$249,770 for the first year. (01:32.11)
Council Member Mensinger requested that the item be continued to the
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MOTION: Continue to the meeting of January 17, 2012.
Moved by Council Member Stephen Mensinger, seconded by Mayor
Gary Monahan.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Mayor Gary Monahan, Council Member Eric R. Bever, Council
Member Wendy Leece, Council Member Stephen Mensinger
Noes: None.
Absent: Mayor Pro Tem James Righeimer
11. Request for Proposal (RFP) for Facility Maintenance. (01:32:44)
Council Member Leece inquired as to the cost associated with the
possible alternative to contracted custodial services. (01:33:08)
Susan Myer, Costa Mesa, suggested that the costs associated with the
preparation of the RFPs be published. (01:36:18)
Robin Leffler, Costa Mesa, concurred in wanting to know the cost
associated with the RFP preparation process. (01:38:13)
Sandy Johnson, Costa Mesa, spoke in opposition of reducing the full-time
employees to part-time. (01:39:42)
Council Member Leece stated she would not support the motion as she
felt the process was moving to quickly. (01:41:03)
Maintenance Services Manager Bruce Hartley and Facilities and Fleet
Supervisor John Aguilar responded to questions from the Council
regarding the definition of service levels, window cleaning services, roof
maintenance, square footage of city facilities, termination clauses in
contracts, the HVAC system, and building maintenance ratings and
logs; and asked for the number of full-time employees and an
organizational chart with job descriptions. (01:43:15)
MOTION: Authorize staff to release the RFP.
Moved by Mayor Gary Monahan, seconded by Council Member Eric
R. Bever.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Mayor Gary Monahan, Council Member Eric R. Bever, Council
Member Stephen Mensinger
Noes: Council Member Wendy Leece
Absent: Mayor Pro Tem James Righeimer
The Mayor recessed the meeting at 8:15 p.m. (02:07:19)
The Mayor reconvened the meeting at 8:25 p.m. (02:07:40)
PUBLIC HEARINGS (02:07:48)
PUBLIC HEARING: Continued from the meeting of December 6, 2011, A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA,
INCREASING THE OFFICIAL TOW RATE SCHEDULE IN
ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 9-284.9 OF THE CITY OF COSTA
MESA MUNICIPAL CODE. (02:07:49)
Mayor Monahan noted a Conflict of Interest due to a business association
and recused himself from the discussion and left dais at 8:30 p.m.
Council Member Bever was requested to facilitate the meeting.
(02:08:15)
Police Chief Tom Gaszi presented the report, and explained that the tow
rate increase was requested by the tow operators due to the increase in
their operational costs. (02:08:47)
Wayne Miller, GW Towing, responding to Council. Member Mensinger's
question noted the cost of maintenance of equipment and facilities
increased while the volume of towing had decreased. (02:14:16)
Tamar Goldmann, Costa Mesa, with the suggested cost increase
recommended that the tow services be sent through the RFP
process. (02:16:57)
Sue Lester, Costa Mesa, opined that the proposed fee increases were
large enough to consider an RFP for tow services but supported the
recommendation of the Chief of Police. (02:19:08)
Jody Campbell, MetroPro Road Services, encouraged the Council to
support the fee increase noting the increase was due to the increase in
overhead costs but not revenue. (02:20:39)
Council Member Leece spoke in support of the Police Chief's
recommendation to increase the fees. (02:25:19)
Council Member Mensinger commented that while he did not support
duopolies or limiting the numbers of vendors in a marketplace, he would
support the recommendation. (02:26:53)
MOTION: Adopt Resolution No. 12-1: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, INCREASING THE OFFICIAL TOW
RATE SCHEDULE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 9-284.9 OF THE
CITY OF COSTA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE.
Moved by Council Member Wendy Leece, seconded by Council
Member Stephen Mensinger.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Eric R. Bever, Council Member Wendy Leece,
Council Member Stephen Mensinger
Noes: None.
Abstain: Mayor Gary Monahan
Absent: Mayor Pro Tem James Righeimer
2. PUBLIC HEARING: A RESOLUTION OF CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING INCREASED FEES FOR
THE RENTAL OF PARCELS AT THE DEL MAR AND HAMILTON
COMMUNITY GARDENS. (02:28:10)
Management Analyst Donna Theriault presented the staff report and
responded to concerns from the Council regarding the waiting list for
gardeners and non-residents who rent parcels, staff management of the
gardens, abandonment of parcels, and the effective date of the new fee.
Council Member Leece suggested the creation of a garden committee to
resolve issues at the Community Gardens. (02:34:03)
Council Member Bever recommended that a comparison be made
between the value of the land used for the gardens and the value of the
land used as leased raw land, and suggested a reduction in the key fee
for renters who have rented a garden for over five years and are in good
standing.
Council Member Mensinger supported a reduced key fee for established
renters and that non-residents gardeners be phased out through attrition
as renters . (02:46:35)
Jean Gaski, Costa Mesa, spoke in support of the fee increase, and
recommended that those who have already paid the current renewal fee
should not be required to pay the fee increase. (02:47:12)
Scott Yard, Costa Mesa, suggested that low-cost studies be conducted of
other community gardens in other cities, and spoke in opposition of the
fee increase. (02:49:41)
Sandy Johnson, Costa Mesa, spoke in opposition of the fee increase for
the gardens, and suggested an increase of other fees such as the
Transient Occupancy Tax and business licenses. (02:53:21)
Kristi Brooks, Costa Mesa, supported a slight increase in parcel fees and
an increase in key fee, but expressed concern regarding the increase of
administrative duties resulting from the increase of fees. (02:55:54)
Kris Gold, Costa Mesa, expressed support of the fee increases, and made
recommendations to the agreement and bylaws regarding the
abandonment of parcels. (02:58:52)
Ron W. Gold, Costa Mesa, and spoke in support of the fee increases.
(03:01:40)
Robin Leffler, Costa Mesa, opposed the removal of the portable toilets,
supported the "grandfathering" of fees for current renters, and suggested
a hardship program. (03:04:38)
Council Member Bever expressed concerns regarding the current
abandonment policy, and suggested a new policy considering the parcel
abandon after a non -activity of 30 days. (03:06:52)
MOTION: Direct staff to work with the gardeners and to come back with
revisions to the bylaws to include language for a 30 -day non -tending limit
on parcels. Moved by Council Member Eric R. Bever, seconded by
Council Member Wendy Leece.
Council Member Mensinger supported the motion, and requested the
maker of the motion to include direction for staff to phase out non-resident
gardeners to allow parcels for residents on the waitlist. (03:14:34)
Council Member Leece spoke in support of the motion, the
"grandfathering" of current plot renters, and a reduced fee for hardship;
and suggested a training video or annual meeting of gardeners.
(03:15:00)
Council Member Bever was supportive of the revisions to the motion and
restated the motion. Council Member Leece agreed with the
changes. (03:18:10)
The motion restated:
MOTION: Direct staff to initiate revisions to the bylaws, and bring
back for Council consideration, to include language for a 30 -day
non -tending limit on parcels, non-residents will not be put on the
waiting list or given the opportunity to rent parcels, non-residents
will be deleted through attrition, and that the key fee be implemented
for new gardeners with the fee used to offset the cost of clearing
abandoned garden plots.
Moved by Council Member Eric R. Bever, seconded by Council
Member Wendy Leece.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Mayor Gary Monahan, Council Member Eric R. Bever, Council
Member Wendy Leece, Council Member Stephen Mensinger
Noes: None.
Absent: Mayor Pro Tem James Righeimer
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No Old Business scheduled.
NEW BUSINESS (03:23:02)
Athletic Field Use and Allocation policy information and
recommendations. (03:23:19)
Recreation Supervisor Lisa McPherson presented the staff report.
(03:23:31)
Council Member Bever expressed that field use should not be a matter of
revenue as much as it is a matter of providing fields for the youth.
MOTION: Approve recommended revisions.
Moved by Mayor Gary Monahan, seconded by Council Member
Stephen Mensinger.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Mayor Gary Monahan, Council Member Eric R. Bever, Council
Member Wendy Leece, Council Member Stephen Mensinger
Noes: None.
Absent: Mayor Pro Tem James Righeimer
2. Creation of Economic Development Director/Deputy City Manager (or
Deputy Chief Executive Officer) position (03:34:50)
(a) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA
MESA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION 08-59 AND
ESTABLISHING A NEW JOB CLASSIFICATION IN THE EXECUTIVE
SALARY SCHEDULE.
CEO Thomas Hatch presented the staff report. (03:35:20)
Council Member Bever suggested that the title be changed to "City
Improvement Director" to broaden the job description. (03:38:51)
Council Member Leece supported the recommended title. (03:40:53)
Council Member Mensinger recommended that the title be changed to
"Economic Development and Community Improvement Director,"
requested a detailed plan of what the director would focus on in the
economic development area, and asked that a status report be provided
to the Council and community quarterly. (03:41:41)
Susan Shaw, Costa Mesa, expressed concern regarding the salary level
and the continual hiring of top management. (03:43:10)
Tamar Goldmann, Costa Mesa, shared concerns regarding the expense
of the position and the vacant City Engineer position.
Jim Fitzpatrick, Costa Mesa, spoke in support of the new position and the
appointment of Peter Naghavi. (03:52:22)
Robin Leffler, Costa Mesa, expressed concern in the vacant Senior
Engineer position. (03:55:09)
Council Member Mensinger expressed his support of the position and the
appointing Peter Naghavi. (03:56:11)
Council Member Leece also noted her support of the new position and the
appointment of Peter Naghavi. (03:58:50)
Council Member Bever supported the position and the appointment of
Peter Naghavi. (04:05:01)
MOTION: Adopt Resolution No. 12-2:-A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
RESOLUTION 08-59 AND ESTABLISHING A NEW JOB
CLASSIFICATION IN THE EXECUTIVE SALARY SCHEDULE.
Moved by Council Member Eric R. Bever, seconded by Council
Member Wendy Leece.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Mayor Gary Monahan, Council Member Eric R. Bever, Council
Member Wendy Leece, Council Member Stephen Mensinger
Noes: None.
Absent: Mayor Pro Tem James Righeimer
COUNCIL MEMBERS' REPORTS, COMMENTS, AND SUGGESTIONS (04:06:22)
Council Member Eric Bever commented on cost-cutting measures, reiterated the
Council's opposition of the 19th Street Bridge, and requested that staff find
funding to change the West 19th Street area to 19 West and suggested finding
other opportunities to designate such areas. (04:06:24)
Council Member Wendy Leece expressed her condolences to the families of
Gary Peacock, Judy and Scott Lindsey, and Jim White who recently passed
away, directed that such comments from members of the public be included for
consideration with regards to the drafting of the charter, requested an update on
the medical marijuana dispensaries lawsuits, asked for an update regarding the
next steps of the RFP process, and expressed concern in the speed in which the
city was moving forward with the proposed charter. (04:09:47)
Council Member Stephen Mensinger congratulated the Costa Mesa City
Employees' Association for being a tee box sponsor for the Costa Mesa United
golf tournament and provided an overview of the event, praised
the executive management employee's initiative to pay their share of the
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PERS pension, and commented on the educational benefits of the RFP
process. (04:21:11)
REPORT - City Attorney
ADJOURNMENT -
2012 at 7:00 p.m
January 17, 2012.
The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 10:47 p.m. to January 10,
. for a Special Meeting. Next Regular City Council Meeting:
ATTEST:
Acting Deputy City Clerk of the City of Costa Mesa
Mayor of the Oty of Costa Mesa